Union Showdown in Montenegro’s Education Sector: USS CG and SPCG Stand United!
Ready for the union drama of the year? USS CG, the Union of Free Trade Unions of Montenegro, is standing firm with SPCG, the Education Union of Montenegro, and all education workers! While the government tries to undermine rights guaranteed by the sectoral collective agreement (GKU), these unions are raising their voices and calling for dialogue — but they’re also ready to fight tooth and nail to protect workers’ rights.
What’s going on?
SPCG has announced protests in front of the Ministry of Education, Science, and Innovation, and USS CG is backing them all the way. Why? Because the rights of education workers, legal security, and respect for the collective agreement are under threat. The Montenegrin government, a signatory of the GKU, now threatens to attack these rights again, causing deep concern and a sense of legal insecurity not only in education but across other sectors.
Why is the GKU so important?
Collective agreements aren’t just paperwork — they’re the result of compromises and agreements binding all parties. They guarantee decent working conditions and fairness in the system. Violating them isn’t just an attack on workers’ rights; it’s an assault on the rule of law and union organization. USS CG and SPCG are ready to fight by all legitimate means to stop this.
Union heroes or political players?
USS CG prides itself on being uncompromising fighters for workers’ rights. Where social dialogue fails, they don’t hesitate to launch civic and union actions. SPCG, the largest sectoral union in Montenegro and one of USS CG’s founders, shows that union activity should never be underestimated.
What’s next?
USS CG calls on the government to engage in dialogue and seek constructive solutions that ensure respect for acquired rights and legal security. Every step to preserve the GKU in education is a step toward strengthening society as a whole. But if the government keeps up the pressure, expect even fiercer union actions.
Bottom line
As the battle for education workers’ rights rages in Montenegro, USS CG and SPCG stand shoulder to shoulder. Will the government listen to calls for dialogue, or will the conflict escalate? One thing’s clear — workers’ rights aren’t for sale, and unions are ready to fight to the bitter end.
What do you think? Are the unions overreacting, or is this the last line of defense? Drop your thoughts and let the people’s voice be heard!
